Fleet Operations Supervisor

Kwik Trip, Inc.; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kwik Trip, Inc. is looking for a Fleet Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day yard operations and ensure safe, efficient trailer and equipment movement.

You will coordinate with the Distribution Center to maintain FIFO inventory and staging processes, including the propane canopy, while supporting load movements and on-time departures. The role requires strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating high-volume yard operations in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication with Distribution Centers and dispatch teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or nights as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate yard operations to ensure smooth flow of trailers, equipment, and drivers.
• Maintain clear communication with the Distribution Center regarding trailer readiness and priorities.
• Monitor dock activity and yard congestion; adjust staging and trailer positioning as needed.
• Maintain an organized yard layout and ensure FIFO handling for propane canopy inventory.
• Communicate daily with dispatch, drivers, and DC personnel to support load movement and on-time departures.
• Identify and resolve yard bottlenecks and safety issues; enforce procedures.
• Assist with training and guidance of yard personnel to ensure consistent practices.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reports as needed.

Skills

Yard operations

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Flexibility

Tools

MS Office

YMS / TMS

Job description

The Fleet Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing day-to-day yard operations to ensure efficient, safe, and organized movement of equipment and trailers. This role plays a critical part in maintaining operational flow, supporting dispatch and fleet teams, and ensuring inventory and staging processes—such as the propane canopy—follow a consistent First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system. The supervisor also maintains clear and consistent communication with the Distribution Center to support seamless coordination of inbound and outbound operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate yard operations to ensure smooth and efficient flow of trailers, equipment, and drivers
• Maintain consistent, clear communication with the Distribution Center (DC) regarding trailer readiness, dock availability, delays, and operational priorities
• Monitor dock activity and yard congestion, proactively adjusting staging and trailer positioning as needed
• Maintain accurate and organized trailer and equipment placement within the yard
• Ensure the propane canopy inventory is structured and maintained using FIFO principles
• Communicate daily with dispatch, drivers, and DC personnel to support load movement and on-time departures
• Identify and resolve yard-related bottlenecks or operational delays
• Promote and enforce safety procedures and compliance standards
• Assist with tracking trailer readiness, maintenance needs, and equipment availability
• Support training and guidance of yard personnel to ensure consistent operational practices
• Maintain clear and accurate operational records and reports as needed

Qualifications

Required:

• Strong ability to manage and coordinate high-volume yard operations in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, including the ability to coordinate effectively with a Distribution Center environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or nights as needed

Preferred (Not Required):

• Previous experience in fleet, transportation, logistics, or distribution center operations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Experience with yard management systems, TMS, or telematics platforms
• Operational awareness & decision-making
• Leadership and team coordination
• Clear and effective cross-functional communication (especially with DC teams)
• Time management and efficiency
• Safety-focused mindset
• Adaptability in a dynamic yard environment